One to One Teaching Assistant - Sherbourne Fields School

What is the job role?

We are looking to recruit an experienced and dedicated professional to provide 1:1 classroom support to one of our amazing Year 6 pupils who has Global development delay, Cerebral Palsy Quadriplegia, Dystonia and Epilepsy. This young man also uses AAC communication through eye-gaze and uses an electric wheelchair for mobility.

The successful applicant will be an outstanding communicator who is able to establish a trusting relationship through their nurturing and holistic approach; taking in to account the child’s communication, sensory, academic and social needs.

As a creative individual, you will utilise the exceptional outdoor space and learning resources Sherbourne has to offer in order to explore and engage our pupil in the development of their communication, interaction and emotional regulation skills as set out in their EHCP. You will work alongside a range of external agencies along with our experienced and dedicated Teachers, to plan and provide learning and care for this very special young man through our high-quality curriculum. You will be instrumental in enabling this pupil to access and achieve throughout their learning journey at Sherbourne Fields.

Work Pattern

35 hours per week

39 weeks term time only

Who are we looking for?

A professional and solution focussed individual who can work pro-actively in ensuring our 1:1 pupil is able to fully access the formal curriculum as well as wider learning opportunities.

Please download an application pack from the school website

www.sherbournefields.co.uk

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification.

Or you can email completed applications to office@sherbournefields.coventry.sch.uk

Closing Date: 27th September 2024

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council

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